Backend Engineer (Controller Team)-Multicloud Defense

Cisco Systems, Inc.
paid time off
United States, California, San Jose
170 W Tasman Dr (Show on map)
Jan 07, 2025
*Application window is expected to remain open until January 15, 2025.* *Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled in a sufficient of applicants are received.* The Cisco Multicloud Defense team delivers on the promise of cloud first simplicity with robust cloud security. Our product protects all customer cloud environments using a software-as-a-service (SaaS) control plane, eliminating inefficient, complex, and costly point solutions. Being part of our engineering team means being surrounded by passionate, intelligent and creative people determined to disrupt the industry with creative ideas, world-class research and unrivaled products and services. It's a place where the best ideas are quickly transformed into products, features, campaigns and company-wide practices, so it won't be long before you witness the results of your hard work! Cisco Multicloud Defense is a multicloud network security platform delivered as a service. It decouples the control and data plane, resulting in two components- the Cloud Controller and the Network Gateway. The Cloud Controller provides the management and control plane. As a Software Engineer on this team, you will innovate, design, and develop features for this component and related infrastructure, with a focus on integrating AI and machine learning capabilities. Typical responsibilities include: Contribute to product design from conception to completion, including troubleshooting, and implementation Leverage feedback from local field sales teams, colleagues in product and design marketing, and competitor information to innovate new product features Design and build components of the product ensuring stability and high availability to achieve both single and multi-tenancy Adaptive in a dynamic working environment, very ample learning new technologies, tools, and platforms Minimum Requirements for This Role: 4 + years backend development experience using high level programming languages such as Golang/Java to build scalable systems for enterprise customers 3 + years experience with Unix/Linux development environment 2 + years experience in developing backend applications using microservices/kubernetes and/or serverless technologies Expertise in writing and optimizing complex queries in MySQL/MongoDB/Elasticsearch or similar database technologies BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related technical field Preferred Skills & Experience: Experience in developing/using AI models/agents or machine learning algorithms. Application development experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, GCP or OCI Strong understanding of OOP design principles Domain knowledge in networking and or security technologies Have an eye for clean architectural and code design #WeAreCisco #WeAreCisco where every individual brings their unique skills and perspectives together to pursue our purpose of powering an inclusive future for all. Our passion is connection-we celebrate our employees' diverse set of backgrounds and focus on unlocking potential. Cisconians often experience one company, many careers where learning and development are encouraged and supported at every stage. Our technology, tools, and culture pioneered hybrid work trends, allowing all to not only give their best, but be their best. We understand our outstanding opportunity to bring communities together and at the heart of that is our people. One-third of Cisconians collaborate in our 30 employee resource organizations, called Inclusive Communities, to connect, foster belonging, learn to be informed allies, and make a difference. Dedicated paid time off to volunteer-80 hours each year-allows us to give back to causes we are passionate about, and nearly 86% do! Our purpose, driven by our people, is what makes us the worldwide leader in technology that powers the internet. Helping our customers reimagine their applications, secure their enterprise, transform their infrastructure, and meet their sustainability goals is what we do best. We ensure that every step we take is a step towards a more inclusive future for all. Take your next step and be you, with us!